The collapse of the Soviet Union was driven by economic instability, inefficiency, and a failure to match living standards of market economies, exacerbated by political reforms and military challenges.
The collapse of the Soviet Union was primarily influenced by economic instability, inefficiency, and a failure to deliver living standards comparable to market capitalist economies. The emphasis on military over civilian production, coupled with political openness and economic restructuring under Premier Mikhail Gorbachev, led to the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991. The inability to keep up with Western military buildup, mounting financial strain, and demands for autonomy from ethnic minorities also contributed to the collapse.
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